The Round Robin

It was a usual Wednesday when my friend, Alyssa, invited me for lunch. I told her that I have to go back in UP for a certain time for my afternoon classes. She and Aldrin picked me at Engineering steps and rushed towards UP Teacher's Village. Being undecided where to eat, we just drove along the Maginhawa Street. Wanting to eat somewhere else that none of us been before, we went straight to Sikatuna Village. But because I keep reminding them about the time, we ended up at The Round Robin, which is just few blocks from the arch of Sikatuna Village. 

Since we were in a hurry, I wasn't able to take more photos of the place. (Don't worry, we will be back here for sure) Anyhow, here's their humble interior. 

PINO

A good friend once invited me for a dinner at Pino because there'll be a Game of Thrones Season-ender viewing party. I agreed to go with her, not because I am a fan of Game of Thrones (well, during that time), but because I am really curious about the great reviews about their food and of course, because it's her treat. :P 

I ordered their best-seller, Kare-Kareng Bagnet! Lo and behold, it was the best Kare-Kare and Bagnet I ever had! I may have struggled eating my meal because it dark due to GoT viewing, but I didn't mind because it tastes good! After that night, I told my friend that I would definitely go back to this place and bring more of my/our friends. And that being said, here's one of our visits. 

Artsy Cafe

I saw this Brownie Cheesecake from Instagram and since I have been searching for the best cheesecake, I suggested this Artsy Cafe one lunch out with my friends.

We somewhat got lost when we are trying to find this, but my friend who lives along Maginhawa Street later realized that it's the new food place near at his place and after awhile, we finally arrived. 

Baby Potatoes with Basil, Butter, etc.

Quick and Easy
Baby Potatoes Recipe!

1. Boil Baby Potatoes in salted water  
2. Mix Olive Oil, Garlic Cloves, and Basil in a blender.
3. Heat Butter & Milk until Butter Melts. DO NOT BOIL THE MILK for it will curdle. 
4. Combine Baby Potatoes with Butter & Milk mixture 
5. Add the Basil, etc. slurry. 
6. Mix thoroughly, taste and add seasoning if needed 

MAGINHAWA MADNESS

Because The Quezon City Food Festival is the talk of the town, let me share you the food chains I've been to at the Maginhawa Food Street.